Texas gives Tesla the boot

Aug. 23, 2013
Anti-Tesla legislation also pending in North Carolina, Colorado and Virginia thanks to dealers fearing competition.

Tesla, a manufacturer of electric vehicles, has followed an unconventional business model to sell directly to consumers. This sales strategy has caused Texas dealerships to ban the sale of Tesla cars, according to ABC Nightline.  

Find out more how dealerships in Texas fearing competition are trying to prevent Tesla stores from opening up.

Other states are also attempting to follow suit.

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